It looks like WJLA-TV/ABC7's sister station, NewsChannel 8, is having its name changed. Many of us remember WJLA-TV's call letters representing the intials of its former Owner, Joseph L. Allbritton. According to DCRTV, the new station will be called... CLICK FOR MORE FROM DCRTV!
On Our Blocks
A DMV Lifestyle Blog
Thursday, July 26, 2018
Tuesday, February 6, 2018
News In The Biz...
This year’s Big Game commercials appear to be on track to receive unprecedented exposure on other platforms. As a matter of fact, the On Our Blocks crew nearly missed kickoff because we were thoroughly amused by the NFL Channel’s pregame coverage of tonight’s spots. Thankfully, we were watching NBC’s free live stream on other devices
Here are some interesting stories about tonight, including what seemed to be an error during the first half:
Here are some interesting stories about tonight, including what seemed to be an error during the first half:
Saturday, May 27, 2017
News in The Biz
Here's some news in our business...
- BET is closing their DC office this summer - The Washington Post
- What's up with a new stadium in the DMV? - CSN
- Folks have been glued to the tube watching cable news. Who's winning in the ratings? - Adweek
- The legendary Jim Vance has a been a trailblazer in TV broadcasting. He continues to amaze us with his class... - nbcwashington.com
Does anyone remember the chemistry between Vance and George Michael? Watch this blast from the past as Susan Kidd tried to keep them in line.
Monday, September 19, 2016
H Street Festival
The team from The 2016 H Street Festival did it again this year. The family-friendly crowd, as well as the food, were vast and diverse. Our type of event! Click below to see more...
The 2016 H Street Festival |
Friday, August 19, 2016
Here's some news in the biz...
- Is Radio One coming back to DC? Check out this report from The Washington Business Journal
- As reported by DCRTV.com, The Sports Junkies will air on CSN
- DMV Development... What happened to Checkers in NE? Another Chic-Fil-A? An update from popville
DMV Connections... Olympics edition
Courtesy Twitter.com |
USA athletes have been crushing it at this year's summer Olympics in Rio. Shout out to the multiple DMV athletes for truly representing. With that in mind, take a look at a couple of past local athletes who've also made the area proud in previous Olympic events.
Tuesday, March 8, 2016
Tuesday, August 18, 2015
DMV Development... Hine School
If you've been to Eastern Market this summer, you've probably noticed changes at 7th and Penn. Ave, SE. For starters, many of the vendors who conducted business in the parking lot next to the former Hine Junior High School, now line 7th street on weekends. They currently extend from the actual Eastern Market building south to Pennsylvania Ave.
7th & Penn., Ave., SE |
7th & Penn.Ave, SE |
Click below to take a quick look at the progress since August 2015:
Tuesday, August 4, 2015
Donnie Simpson is back on the air in the DMV
Source: Louis Myrie/Radio One |
Legendary radio and television personality, Donnie Simpson, will be taking on both roles again with Radio One and TV One respectively. Earlier today, Simpson made his debut on Majic 102.3, where he announced that he'll be returning to the airwaves in two weeks. Check out some interesting facts about his return...
Wednesday, July 29, 2015
Wednesday, March 25, 2015
Wednesday, March 11, 2015
DMV Connections... Our very own prime time network television star
Courtesy Fox.com |
Tonight's appointment television for fans of Fox's Empire. According to Nielsen, 708,000 Tweets were generated around the program between March 2 and March 8, 2015. A second season of the program is already on the horizon, so we're even more proud to call one of the following stars a DMV Connection...
B. Trai Byers
Monday, February 9, 2015
On Our Blocks News
Here are more recent stories that may be of interest...
- A response to Prince George's County's real estate values from its residents...
- Another competitor for cable television begins service today... Sling TV
- DMV native Kevin Plank discusses the future of Under Armour (video)...
- Only 55% of television viewers in this Nielsen survey continue to watch live TV...
- REI is coming to the former Uline Arena/Washington Coliseum in NoMa...
REI in NoMa - Courtesy DouglasDevelopment.com |
Monday, January 26, 2015
On Our Blocks News
Monday, November 17, 2014
Fresh locally grown food on H Street
If you'd like to support your community when purchasing some of the freshest and tastiest food from our region, FRESHFARM Markets' H Street location is a real good look. The non-profit organization supports local farmers and artisans throughout the Chesapeake watershed. They've been operating on 13th, between H and Wylie Streets, NE since 2004. The remaining 2014 events will feature grass-fed meats, fruits, veggies, eggs, pastries, flowers and more. They'll take place on Saturdays from 9am-Noon until December 20. Click below for a few additional shots from last Saturday.
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